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Sam Jenkins
LA Senate District 39
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Issue areas
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Government Operations & Budget 23Healthcare 15Criminal Justice & Policing 13Social Services & Welfare 11Transportation & Infrastructure 11Education 9Economy & Taxes 7Civil Rights & Liberties 6Labor & Employment 5Other 5Technology & Privacy 4Elections & Voting 3Veterans Affairs 3Agriculture 2Defense & Military 2Environment & Energy 2Housing 2Banking & Finance 1Foreign Policy & Trade 1
Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Senate District 39 current
Louisiana |
Democratic | Jan 8, 2024 | — | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
| LA Senate District 39
Louisiana |
Democratic | Jan 11, 2016 | Jan 7, 2024 | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (1,548 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
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| SCR 29 — WATER QUALITY: Creates a joint legislative committee to study and make recommendations relative to the water quality of the Atchafalaya… | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 27 — APPROPRIATIONS/SUPPLEML: (Constitutional Amendment) Provides relative to application of nonrecurring state monies to state retirement… | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 308 — PUBLIC FACILITIES: Requires acceptance of cash for certain transactions at state-owned stadium facilities (EN INCREASE SG EX See Note) | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 295 — HEALTH/ACC INSURANCE: Provides for insurance coverage of services for persons with acquired brain injuries. (8/1/26) (EN NO IMPACT See Note) | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 198 — HEALTH: Provides relative to Medicaid reimbursement of ambulatory surgical centers for certain procedures (EN +$400,228 GF EX See Note) | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1220 — BOARDS/COMMISSIONS: Provides relative to the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 690 — EDUCATION: Provides relative to education service providers and vendors of educational products (EN NO IMPACT See Note) | Nay | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 198 — HEALTH: Provides relative to Medicaid reimbursement of ambulatory surgical centers for certain procedures (EN +$400,228 GF EX See Note) | Yea | May 28, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 211 — COURTS: Provides relative to the creation, administration, and eligibility requirements of the Homelessness Court program (EN SEE FISC NOTE… | Nay | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 775 — HEALTH/CHILDREN: Provides relative to minor's consent for medical procedures and treatments | Not voting | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 399 — CRIMINAL/PROCEDURE: Provides relative to temporary release of inmates for limited purposes (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1203 — EDUCATION: Provides relative to parent-driven learning microschools | Nay | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 166 — JUVENILES: Removes Vermilion Parish as a member of the Acadiana Regional Juvenile Justice District | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 623 — TOBACCO/TOBACCO PRODUCTS: Provides for a three-tier system of permitting for the producers, manufacturers, and wholesalers of vapor… | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 36 — JUVENILES: Removes Evangeline Parish as a member of the Acadiana Regional Juvenile Justice District | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 181 — MEDICAID: Provides for Medicaid fraud detection and prevention (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG EX See Note) | Nay | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1036 — CAMPAIGN FINANCE DISCLOS: Provides relative to the primary purpose of a committee | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 226 — CIVIL/PROCEDURE: Provides relative to requests for admissions | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1062 — SCHOOLS: Provides relative to the membership, powers, and duties of the board of directors of the Special School District | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 755 — PUBLIC CONTRACTS: Establishes indefinite delivery and indefinite quantity professional services contracting for design services for certain… | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 140 — JUVENILE PROCEDURE: Provides relative to the time limitations governing juvenile delinquency proceedings (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX) | Nay | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HCR 117 — INSURANCE: Requests the Louisiana State Law Institute to establish a Homeowner Protection and Efficiency (HOPE) Committee | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SCR 87 — CONDOLENCES: Expresses condolences on the passing of Walter "Wally" Taillon, "Mr. Jambalaya", a beloved community leader, master cook… | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1222 — ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Provides relative to grocery initiative grants and financial support (RR INCREASE GF EX See Note) | Yea | May 28, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1081 — PORTS/HARBORS/TERMINALS: Provides for the Louisiana Ports and Waterways Investment Commission (EN NO IMPACT See Note) | Yea | May 28, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
Sponsored legislation (14 as lead sponsor)
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SB 109
LA · —
HEALTH SERVICES: Provides for the membership of the Louisiana Emergency Medical Services Commission. (8/1/26)
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SB 1
LA · —
PUBLIC MEETINGS: Provides for electronic voting requirements under the Open Meetings Law. (8/1/26)
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SB 78
LA · —
SPECIAL DISTRICTS: Provides for the governing authority of the Shreveport Downtown Development District. (8/1/26)
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SB 157
LA · —
SCHOOLS: Provides for paid parental leave for eligible employees. (gov sig) (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note)
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SB 70
LA · —
ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Louisiana Highway 1 as the "Officer Marc Brock Memorial Highway". (8/1/26)
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SR 108
LA · —
SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Sunday, May 10, 2026, in honor of Eddie Eugene Hughes, and the "Shreveport Stuffed Shrimp Festival Day".
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SB 100
LA · —
AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE: Provides for proof of insurance of transportation network companies involved in an accident. (8/1/26)
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SB 430
LA · —
TAX/LOCAL: Provides for the levy of hotel occupancy tax by the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau. (8/1/26)
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SR 68
LA · —
SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes Friday, May 1, 2026, as AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day.
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SR 59
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CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Gerald Kimble.
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